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bruising

I'm wondering if easy bruising is a symptom of Lupus? or a side effect of Plaquenil or prednisone?? I suddenly seem to have big, bright, black and blue bruises and I don't even remember hitting myself where they are. Anybody else becoming technicolored? :?:

Prednisone can cause easy bruising. But if your platelets are low too you can bruise easily. How much prednisone are you on? The higher the dosage the easier you will bruise. And have you had your CBC checked lately?

Diagnosed in 1990 at age 11.
Trust in the Lord with all of your heart!

I just read an article about lupus and bruising. Let me show you what I learned... :idea:

-Lupies with low platelet counts causes the skin to bruise easily.

-Certain meds can also make lupies more prone to bruises (ex. corticosteroids-such as prednisone) can make skin more fragile. (also anticoagulants-such as aspirin and warfarin) reduce blood clotting, which allows blood to leak out and cause a bruise.

-Possible high doses of omega 3-fatty acids from fish oil supplements (more than 3-6 grams/day) could contribute to bruising because of the effect of these fatty acids on platelet clumping, but this has not been shown to be a significant problem in most studies.

If you suffer from bruises, keep these tips in mind: :?

-use kneepads or cushions to protect your skin while doing house chores or gardening

-eliminate clutter and move objects that could cause bumps or falls

-wear safety gear (helmet, kneepads, elbowpads) when riding a bike or doing any sport that may cause a fall

-conceal your bruises with cover-up makeup, such as those made by Total Block and Dermablend

-to cover bruises on legs and knees in warm weather, wear cropped pants, long shorts, or long pants made of lightweight cotton or linen. For bruises on elbows or arms, wear shirts with 3/4 length sleeves or long-sleeved blouses made from lightweight cotton.

-if you have a bump or fall, help reduce swelling or bruising by applying a cold compress to the area for at least 10 minutes.

Hope this helps!! (Sorry so long!)

"I've learned that when bad times come, you can let them make you bitter or use them to make you better."

I STAY BLACK AND BLUE

I'VE BEEN ON PREDNISONE SO LONG MY SKIN IS LIKE TISSUE PAPER - COMBINE THAT WITH BLOOD-THINNERS AND LOW BLOOD COUNTS FROM CHEMO - I USUALLY LOOK LIKE I'VE JUST BEEN IN A FIGHT. I KEEP ARNICA GEL HANDY - IT'S THE BEST THING I'VE FOUND TO HELP THE BRUISES GO AWAY.

I have so much bruising that when I went to the ER, and they saw all the bruises everywhere, they sent in someone to talk to me about spousal abuse!! I didn't know whether to laugh, scream or cry. I explained my condition, but I could still see "hmmmmm" in their eyes.
What an insult to my angel of a husband, who has seen me through soooo many things. But I am glad they are on the lookout for abused women.
Too bad I can't prosecute lupus for mental/physical abuse!